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 The Hill - Winnipeg, MB Posted by:  PM8
N 49° 52.339 W 097° 16.183
14U E 624329 N 5525870
A small green space located in the Woodhaven neighbourhood in Winnipeg.
Waymark Code: WMP8XC
Location: Manitoba, Canada
Date Posted: 07/21/2015
Views: 2
The Hill was gifted to the residents of Woodhaven by the Richardson family, for all to enjoy, on October 3rd, 1999. The land is cared for by the Woodhaven Community Club. It consists of a level lawn adjacent to Assiniboine Avenue, with a steep slope down into the Sturgeon Creek flood plain, and further green space leading to the creek.
The coordinates are for a plaque placed to commemorate the gift of The Hill to the people of Woodhaven. The plaque is affixed to a large rock, and includes a poem by Winnipeg entertainer Fred Penner. The complete text of the plaque reads:
The Hill
The Hill knows the seasons.
The wind and snow, rain and sunshine,
The sounds of the city in the distance.
It wonders at this changing world,
But everyday it feels the life and love of someone,
Who stops and sits and shares the calm.
Come, stand on The Hill.
Watch and wait with your children.
Listen. Remember.
-Fred Penner-
The Hill, gifted to the residents of Woodhaven by
Hartley, Heather, Aidan, Thor & Celine Richardson,
for all to enjoy.
October 3rd, 1999
JUne 2020 - THe plaque is missing but the rock and the hill are still there.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 1.5 hectares
Is there a trail system?: No
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
N/A
What points of interest are there?:
Sliding hill
Sturgeon Creek
Pedestrian bridge over the creek
What activities are available?:
Sliding
Annual event: Christmas on The Hill
Hours of accessibility?: 24/7
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
None
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
N/A
Please supply the website of the land if available: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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